Test ID RTQPC Abnormal Prion Protein, Real-Time Quaking Induced Conversion, Spinal Fluid
Method Name
Only orderable as part of a profile. For more information see:
CJDE / Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease Evaluation, Spinal Fluid
RPDE / Rapidly Progressive Dementia Evaluation, Spinal Fluid
Real-Time Quaking-Induced Conversion (RT-QuIC)
Specimen Required
Only orderable as part of a profile. For more information see:
CJDE / Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease Evaluation, Spinal Fluid
RPDE / Rapidly Progressive Dementia Evaluation, Spinal Fluid
Reporting Name
RT-QuIC Prion, CSFSpecimen Type
CSFSpecimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| CSF | Frozen (preferred) | 28 days | BlueTop SARSTEDT |
| Refrigerated | 14 days | BlueTop SARSTEDT | |
| Ambient | 12 hours | BlueTop SARSTEDT |
Report Available
3 to 8 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
LOINC Code Information
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| 620307 | RT-QuIC Prion, CSF | 101662-5 |
Useful For
Aiding in diagnosing sporadic Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease or other prion disease in patients with a rapidly progressive dementia
Day(s) Performed
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Sunday
Test Classification
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. It has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.CPT Code Information
0584U
Specimen Minimum Volume
See Specimen Required
Reference Values
Only orderable as part of a profile. For more information see:
CJDE / Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease Evaluation, Spinal Fluid
RPDE / Rapidly Progressive Dementia Evaluation, Spinal Fluid
Negative